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You care for Manny Pacquiao?

There were only three modern-day Filipinos worthy of representing the country in the world’s hall of noble people: Carlos P. Romulo, Cory Aquino and Manny Pacquiao.

This was the honest belief of sportsman Rudy Salud, an accomplished lawyer and sharp reader of character.

The other day, Salud, who crafted the constitution and by-laws of the World Boxing Council as that organization’s founding secretary-general, said Pacquiao was hardly noble in his dealings with the television network he had originally contracted to air his fights, mainly the next big one against Ricky Hatton in May.

But Salud said it’s still worth keeping Pacquiao in the list of truly noble people for the “glory he has brought to our country with his boxing prowess.”

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Just the same, Salud said Pacquiao may have to be assessed a demerit after he failed to honor his unwritten pact with the Filipino people.

No, this pact was not like the one which Pacquiao had tried to dishonor last week.

This contract says that, as a national treasure, Pacquiao has a duty to protect his character and the image of poor Filipinos, which he represents on the international stage.

For the record, Pacquiao, has since mercifully restored the pact he had rescinded with Solar Sports.

He had also asked forgiveness and was, in fact, ready to be forgiven.

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However, in another selfish twist, Pacquiao made matters worse.

He refused to own up to the act and instead accused ABS-CBN as the culprit behind his misdemeanor.

ABS-CBN has clearly demonstrated to the public that it was not at fault, thereby exposing Pacquiao to ridicule.

Now, regarding Pacquiao’s pact with his poor kababayans (countrymen), it goes without saying that the world boxing icon has also been made the depository of the poor Pinoys’ sagging aspirations.

Our countrymen, naturally, could not bear to see Pacquiao, their Temple of Hope, suffer an unexpected fall in full view of the world.

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There have been cries of despair over Pacquiao’s sad fate.

TED TIU: A good name, say the Proverbs, is more desirable than great riches; to be esteemed is better than silver or gold. How can people be so GREEDY?

GREGORIO BULATAO: Pacquiao lost the loyalty of fans due to his tarnished integrity—the same fate hounding his most maligned endorser in the Palace by the Pasig.

JOSEPH DUMUK: It is very disappointing to note that even Manny Pacquiao seems to have caught that abominable disease that caused the current global crisis: Unrestrained Greed.

VIC RODRIGUEZ: For the nth time, Pacquiao has been unmasked. As they say, you may have all the money in the world but you can never buy Good Character and Values. Is this the “Nation’s Hero” who, as some sectors have proclaimed, is worth emulating? I don’t think so.

JEFF DE GUZMAN: The reaction here in America is just as harsh as that in the Philippines. They find him greedy. He has become a swell-head. Maybe he thought he could make Pinoys follow him any which way he goes. He’s now a laughing stock here.

DENNIS FILART: If Mang Nano (Pugo) were still around, he would have said: DASALASANANSENS. How could you do such a do? Pacquiao has an illusion that he holds the world in his fists. Ha, ha.

PAT PINOL: Food for thought for Manny Pakyaw: There’s enough in the world for everyone’s need, but not enough for Pacman’s greed.

On May 2, the Philippine flag will be flying half mast and will mourn because Hatton will Knock out Pacquiao.. Sorry guyz, its not how big Manny is but it’s Hatton rule!

This will be Manny’s first real fight at a higher weight. David Diaz was under-equipped and the Oscar DeLaHoya Pacman faced was a limp wrung out dishrag. Ricky Hatton looked great against Paul M. and I know he’ll bring his best May 2nd. However. Sadly, Manny now has that mass appeal that amasses wealth. His future fights will be all about the Benjamins. And after Hitman beats the Pacman, I can’t imagine what kind of mega-dollar mismatches and catchweight circuses will ensue. Arroyo and Chavit may become involved.

My boxing predictions had always been on target, been right most of the times until this Fuckyaw came along. My son adores this sabongero and I’m just the opposite, lost all my bets on this guy. On May 2nd, I’ll recoup all my loses.
Fuckyaw will lost, how? have not idea, but any which way is fine with me. Need to cash a winning ticket for a change!
Dela toya fight was a freak show, it was horrendous – Oca was just in for the money, what a turd!

Money Pakyao needs to distance himself away from shady characters especially politicians and embrace a low-profile lifestyle. Build a habitat in GenSan filled with chicks and dispose of Jinky if women are your hobby. But why gamble when you already have milions? There are thousands of sick people nationwide he literally can provide aid for thus enhancing his image for nobility – noble cause equals noble deed.

Wonder what was Salud’s motivation to name Romulo, Cory and the Pacman as noble people?

There were only three modern-day Filipinos worthy of representing the country in the world’s hall of noble people: Carlos P. Romulo, Cory Aquino and Manny Pacquiao.
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Just passing by and find this site alive with good commenters focus on issues except this artsee, who is outlandish vulgar, spinning humorless humor like a crazy homo sapien. I am sure he is not the moderator of this blog because of his language. His kind should not be allowed or restricted, else the decent commenters will shy away.

Pacquiao is a tremendous professional boxer, no doubt about that and has been the source of pride and joy of millions of Filipinos who are following his colorful career as a prizefighter. But putting all his actuations in proper perspective, it appears that the avowed nobility of his theme of fighting for his country and his countrymen and wanted to unify the country rings a little hollow because it now creates division among his followers. And sad to state, although Pacquiao will vehemently deny it, things seem to be getting clearer that it boils down to the question on how much money he will earn.

Poncho – nothing wrong in supporting our new national treasure, hero, sabongero or whatever adjectives we bestow on him. Just ensure you back up your “10th knockout” quip to make it legitimate. That’s going to be a huge odd by picking Pakyao to KO Hatton in the 10th round.

I’ll again lay my hard earned bucks for another of Pakyao’s
victim. Win or lose, I’ll send my ticket to Pareng Cocoy to prove I again lost, but wait! the good lord is on my side this time, just hoping he’s not playing trick on me again.